U.S. Fabricated Beam Final Imports

U.S. Fabricated Beam Final Imports: Final fabricated beam imports to the U.S. came in at 43,339 tons in July 2021, declining 9% month over month (m/m).

Figure 1 breaks down total fabricated beam imports from January 2019 – July 2021. When looking at the current year, we see that fabricated beam imports reached their peak in March at 48,235 tons.

Figure 2 also charts the largest exporting countries in rank order through July. Mexico was the largest exporter of fabricated beams with 14,995 tons this month (35%). Canada was a close second with 14,653 tons. China was the third-largest exporter of fabricated beams to the U.S. with 3,355 tons. Together these three exporters accounted for 76% of total fabricated beam imports.

Figure 3 also charts the largest imports by district of entry to the U.S. in rank order. The Laredo, TX port was the largest receiver of fabricated beams this month, receiving 7,386 tons. El Paso, TX was the second-largest district of entry, coming in at 6,605 tons. Ogdensburg, NY was the third-highest receiver with 5,596 tons. Together, these three districts of entry accounted for 45% of total imports.

At Gerdau, we closely follow trade in long product steel since it has a profound impact on domestic market share and material pricing. We want you, our valued customers, to have access to current information that can help you better plan and operate your businesses.

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